<p>Req Id: 35655</p> <p>Job Title: Water/Wastewater Operator (Collections)</p> <p>City: West Lafayette</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The SK1 operator will assist in monitoring, operating, and performing routine maintenance and repairs at the Universities Waterworks Department. This includes distribution and collection systems utilizing combination sewer cleaning and closed-circuit television vehicles. Will assist in the documentation of administrative, health, safety, and environmental requirements. Direct internal and external customers and suppliers of potable water, raw water, stormwater, and sewage to Water /Wastewater Supervisor. The Associate Water/Wastewater Operator you will perform various tasks as assigned by supervisor and Crew Chief. On 24-hour call - irregularly planned and unplanned overtime and flextime required. Must complete mandated training. Cross-train with others in Utilities Operations. Value diversity by working effectively with people from different viewpoints and backgrounds.</p> <p>The SK2 Operator will perform routine and emergency maintenance and repair on the Purdue water/wastewater distribution/collection system. This position will utilize the sewer camera van to inspect and maintain sewer systems as well as the vacuum truck for sewer cleaning and excavation. This position is subject to 24-hour callback, planned and unplanned overtime, and flextime are required.</p> <p>This is a dual level position where the hiring manager will determine the level according to the chosen candidate commensurate with education and experience.</p> <p>What We're Looking For:</p> <p>Education and Experience Needed:</p> <p>For the Associate Wastewater Operator you will need the following:</p> <ul> <li>High School Degree or High School Equivalency (HSE) </li><li>Two (2) years of experience in one of the following areas: water distribution, wastewater collection, plumbing, metering, or backflow prevention </li></ul> <p>For the SK2 Wastewater Operator you will need the above and following:</p> <ul> <li>Three (3) years of experience in one of the following areas: water distribution, wastewater collection, plumbing, metering, or backflow prevention </li></ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li>Awareness of environmental health concerns or environmental health experience </li></ul> <p>Skills Needed:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Must have:</p> </li><li> <p>the ability to complete continuing education and training</p> </li><li> <p>a basic understanding of hydraulics, collections system operation & maintenance, repair, and replacement of equipment and structures</p> </li><li> <p>the ability to learn and operate Combination Sewer Cleaner Vacuum Truck and Closed-Circuit TV camera equipment</p> </li><li> <p>the ability to obtain and maintain a valid CDL license</p> </li><li> <p>good verbal communication skills</p> </li><li> <p>Computer skills including familiarity with word, excel, and adobe is required to include basic blueprint and map reading</p> </li><li> <p>Two (2) years of mechanical aptitude in one of the following areas: water, wastewater, plumbing, wastewater collections, and/or municipal utilities</p> </li><li> <p>Must be able to:</p> </li><li> <p>lift 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 plus lbs. occasionally</p> </li><li> <p>pass mandated physical exams</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to perform basic mathematics required</p> </li></ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li>Awareness of environmental health concerns or environmental health experience </li><li>Operation of combined sewer cleaning trucks and sewer video inspection equipment </li><li>Indiana Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class A and Indiana Wastewater Collections System Operator certification </li></ul> <p>As the SK2 Wastewater Operator you will need the above and following:</p> <ul> <li>Must have an understanding of hydraulics, collections system operation & maintenance, and equipment/structure replacement </li><li>Indiana Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Class A and Indiana Wastewater Collections System Operator certifications are required </li><li>This position requires a valid Class-b with tanker endorsement CDL license within the first 90 days of employment </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <ul> <li>Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position </li><li>A background check will be required for employment in this position </li><li>FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime) </li><li>Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan </li><li>Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days </li></ul> <p>Career Stream</p> <p>Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 1</p> <ul> <li>Pay Band S045 </li><li>Job Code #20002900 </li></ul> <p>Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 2</p> <ul> <li>Pay Band S050 </li><li>Job Code #20002901 </li></ul> <p>Career pathmaker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/</p> <p>Who We Are:</p> <p>Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.</p> <p>EOE / AA</p> <p>Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer.</p> <p>Apply now</p> <p>Posting Start Date: 2/26/25</p>